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Damp-Heat in the Large Intestine

In traditional theory, this full pattern places dampness and heat in the Large Intestine functional system, disrupting intestinal transmission and separation of clear and turbid substances. Its conceptual role is to organize abdominal constraint with loose or disordered stools, mucus, blood, odor, and heat signs. Study defining presentations and traditional differentiation context in this educational pattern record.

Key reference facts

Nature
Full
Organ affinity
Large Intestine, Spleen, Stomach
Defining presentations
Abdominal pain; Abdominal fullness; Diarrhea; Bloody stools; Mucus in stools
Treatment principles
Clear intestinal heat; Drain dampness; Regulate intestinal transmission; Separate clear from turbid influences

Related library records

Source reference: Me & Qi - TCM Patterns Database

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